LIEBHERR TP1764 Countertop Fridge User Guide
LIEBHERR TP1764 CountertopFridge User Guide
The manufacturer works constantly on the further development of all the types and models. Therefore please understand that we have to reserve the right to make design, equipment and technical modifications. To get to know all the benefits of your new appliance, please read the information contained in these instructions carefully. The instructions apply to several models. Differences may occur. Text relating only to specific appliances is marked with an asterisk (*).
Instructions for action are marked with a , the results of action are marked with a .
1 Appliance at a glance
1.1 Overview of the appliance and equipment
Note
▶ Place food inside the appliance as shown in the diagram.
This allows the appliance to save energy during operation.
▶ Shelves, drawers and baskets are arranged for optimum energy efficiency on delivery.
- Operating devices and controls
- Freezer compartment*
- Butter and cheese compartment
- Bottle shelf
- Bottle retainer
- Shelf, divisible
- Shelf, adjustable
- Coldest zone
- Vegetable crisper
- Adjustable feet at the front and castors* at the rear
- Condensate drain
- Type plate
1.2 Appliance range of use
Intended use
The appliance is only suitable for cooling food products in a domestic or household-like environment. This includes, for example, use:
– in staff kitchens, bed and breakfast establishments,
– by guests in country houses, hotels, motels and other accommodation,
– for catering and similar services in the wholesale trade.
The appliance is not suitable for freezing food;*
All other types of use are not permitted.
Foreseeable misuse
The following applications are expressly forbidden:
– Storing and refrigerating medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products based on the Medical Device Directive 2007/47/EC
– Use in areas at risk of explosions
Misusing the appliance may lead to damage to the goods stored or they may spoil.
Climate classifications
Depending on the climate classification the appliance is designed to operate in restricted ambient temperatures. The climate classification applying to your appliance is printed on the rating plate.
Note
▶ Keep to the specified ambient temperatures in order to guarantee that the appliance works properly.
1.3 Conformity
The refrigerant circuit has been tested for leaks. This appliance complies with the applicable safety stipulations and with directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2009/125/EG, 2011/65/EU and 2010/30/EU.
1.4 EPREL database
Details about energy labelling and Ecodesign requirements will be available on the European product database (EPREL) from 1st March 2021. You can access the product database at the following link: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/ You will be asked to enter the model ID. You can find the model ID on the nameplate.
1.5 Installation dimensions
x For appliances supplied with wall spacers, the measurement increases by 35 mm (see 4.2 Installing the appliance) .
1.6 Saving energy
– Pay attention to good ventilation. Do not cover ventilation holes or grids.
– Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight, next to an oven, radiator or similar.
– Energy consumption depends on the installation conditions, e.g. the ambient temperature (see 1.2 Appliance range of use) . A warmer ambient temperature can increase the energy consumption.
– Open the appliance for as short a time as possible.
– The lower the temperature is set the higher the energy consumption.
– Sort your food: home.liebherr.com/food.
– Keep all food properly packed and covered. This prevents frost from forming.
– Only take food out for as long as necessary so that it doesn’t warm up too much.
– Inserting warm food: allow to cool down to room temperature first.
– Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator.*
– If there is a thick layer of frost in the appliance: defrost the appliance.*
Dust deposits increase energy consumption:
– For refrigerators with heat exchangers dust the metal grid on the back of the appliance once a year.
2 General safety information
Danger for the user:
– This device can be used by children and people with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities or with a lack of experience and knowledge provided that they are supervised or have received instruction in the safe use of this device, and about the resulting hazards. Children must not play with this appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance work must not be carried out by children without adult supervision. Children aged between 3 and 8 are allowed to load and unload the appliance. Children below the age of 3 must be kept away from the appliance unless they are under continuous adult supervision.
– When disconnecting the appliance from the supply, always take hold of the plug. Do not pull the cable.
– In the event of a fault pull out the mains plug or deactivate the fuse.
– Do not damage the mains power cable. Do not operate the appliance with a defective mains power cable.
– Repairs, interventions on the appliance and the replacement of mains connection line may only be carried out by After-Sales Service or other suitably trained specialist personnel.
– Only assemble, connect and dispose of the appliance according to the instructions.
– Please keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any subsequent owners.
Fire hazard:
– The coolant used (information on the model plate) is eco-friendly but also flammable. Any leaking coolant may ignite.
- Do not damage the refrigerant circuit pipes.
- Do not handle ignition sources inside the appliance.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance (e.g. steam cleaners, heaters, ice cream makers, etc.).
- If the refrigerant leaks: remove any naked flames or ignition sources from the vicinity of the leakage point. Properly air the room. Inform customer services.
– Do not store explosives or sprays using combustible propellants such as butane, propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. To identify these spray cans, look for the list of contents printed on the can, or a flame symbol. Gases possibly escaping may ignite due to electrical components.
– Keep burning candles, lamps and other items with naked flames away from the appliance so that they do not set the appliance on fire.
– Please be sure to store alcoholic drinks or other packaging containing alcohol in tightly closed containers. Any alcohol that leaks out may be ignited by electrical components.
Danger of tipping and falling:
– Do not misuse the plinth, drawers, doors etc. as a step or for support. This applies particularly to children.
– Danger of tipping if the door is open if the appliance has not yet been installed properly.
Danger of food poisoning:
– Do not consume food which has been stored too long.
Danger of frostbite, numbness and pain:
– Avoid prolonged skin contact with cold surfaces or refrigerated/frozen goods or take protective measures, e.g wear use gloves.
Danger of injury and damage:
– Hot steam can lead to injury. Do not use electrical heating or steam cleaning equipment, open flames or defrosting sprays to defrost.
– Do not use sharp implements to remove the ice.
Danger of crushing:
– Do not hold the hinge when opening and closing the door. Fingers may get caught.
Symbols on the appliance:
Please observe the specific information in the other sections:
3 Controls and displays
3.1 Operating and control elements
- On/Off button
- Setting button
- SuperFrost button
- Super Cool button
- Menu symbol
- SuperFrost symbol
- Child lock symbol
- Temperature display
- Super Cool symbol
3.2 Temperature display
During normal operation, the display shows: – the average cooling temperature The temperature display flashes if/when: – You change the temperature setting
The following displays indicate a fault. Possible causes and solutions: (see 7 Malfunctions) .
– F0 to F9
4 Putting into operation
4.1 Transporting the appliance
▶ Transport the appliance only in suitable packaging.
▶ Transport the appliance upright.
▶ Do not transport the appliance on your own.
4.2 Installing the appliance
Fire hazard due to dampness! If live parts or the mains lead become damp this may cause short circuits.
▶ The appliance is designed for use in enclosed areas. Do not operate the appliance outdoors or in areas where it is exposed to splash water or damp conditions.
Risk of fire due to short circuit! If the mains cable/connector of the appliance or of another appliance touch the rear of the appliance, the mains cable/ connector may be damaged by the appliance vibrations, leading to a short circuit.
▶ Stand the appliance so that it is not touched by connectors or main cables.
▶ Do not plug the appliance or any others into sockets located near the rear of the appliance.
Fire hazard due to refrigerant! The coolant used is eco-friendly but also flammable. Any leaking coolant may ignite.
▶ Do not damage the piping of the refrigeration circuit.
Fire hazard and danger of damage!
▶ Do not place appliances emitting heat e.g. microwaves, toasters etc. on the appliance!
Blocked ventilation openings pose a risk of fire and damage!
▶ Always keep the ventilation openings clear. Always ensure that the appliance is properly ventilated!
Note The bags at the rear of the appliance are important for proper operation. Their contents are nontoxic and non-hazardous.
▶ Do not remove the bags!
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to condensate!
▶ Do not install the appliance directly alongside a further refrigerator/freezer.
□ Before you connect the appliance, report any damage immediately to the delivery company.
□ The floor of the installation site must be horizontal and even.
□ Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight, next to an oven, radiator or similar.
□ Install the appliance with the rear panel up against the wall and always use the supplied wall spacers (see below).
□ Only ever move the appliance when it is empty.
□ The surface supporting the appliance must be at the same level as the surrounding floor.
□ Do not install the appliance on your own.
□The more coolant there is in the appliance, the larger the room in which the appliance is installed must be. If the room is too small, any leak may create a flammable mixture of gas and air. For each 8 g of coolant the installation space must be at least 1 m3. Information on the coolant is on the model plate inside the appliance.
▶ Detach the connecting cable from the rear of the appliance, removing the cable holder at the same time because otherwise there will be vibratory noise!
▶ Remove the protective film from the decorative trims.
▶ Remove all transit supports.
The spacers supplied with some appliances must be used to achieve the stated energy consumption. These will extend the depth of the appliance by approx. 35 mm. The appliance is fully functional if the spacers are not used, but does have a slightly higher energy consumption.
▶ In the case of an appliance with enclosed wall spacers, mount the wall spacers on the back of the appliance at the top left and right.
▶ Dispose of packaging material (see 4.5 Disposing of packaging) .
▶ Align the appliance so that it stands firmly and on a level by applying the accompanying spanner to the adjustable-height feet (A) and using a spirit level.
Note
▶ Clean the appliance (see 6.2 Cleaning the appliance) .
If the appliance is installed in a very damp environment, condensate may form on the outside of the appliance.
▶ Always see to good ventilation at the installation site.
4.3 Changing over the door hinges
You can change over the door hinges if necessary.
Make sure that the following tools are at hand:
□ Torx® 25
□ Torx® 15
□ Supplied open-ended wrench
□ If necessary, a second person to assist with installation
Risk of injury if the door tips!
▶ Take good hold of the door.
▶ Set down the door carefully.
Risk of injury due to the door dropping out! If the bearing parts are not screwed into place firmly enough, the door may drop out. This may lead to severe injuries. What is more, the door may not close and therefore the appliance may fail to cool properly.
▶ Screw on the bearing brackets/bearing pins tightly (4 Nm).
▶ Check all of the screws and retighten if necessary.
4.4 Insertion into a row of kitchen units
- Stack cabinet
- Appliance
- Kitchen cabinet
- Wall
For appliances supplied with wall spacers, the measurement increases by 35 mm (see 4.2 Installing the appliance) .
The appliance can be built into kitchen units. A top cupboard Fig. 8 (2) can be added above the appliance in order to bring the appliance Fig. 8 (1) up to the height of the fitted kitchen units.
When installing with kitchen units (max. depth 580 mm), the appliance can be positioned directly next to the kitchen cabinet Fig. 8 (3). The appliance will project by 34 mm x at the sides and 50 mm x in the centre of the appliance in relation to the kitchen cabinet front.
NOTICE Danger of overheating due to insufficient air ventilation! The compressor may be damaged if there is insufficient air ventilation.
▶ Take care to ensure adequate air ventilation.
▶ Observe the ventilation requirements.
Ventilation requirements:
– At the back of the stack cabinet there has to be a ventilation duct of at least 50 mm depth throughout the width of the stack cabinet.
– The cross section of the ventilation gap below the ceiling must be at least 300 cm2 .
– the larger the ventilation space, the more energy-saving the appliance is in operation.
If the appliance is installed with the hinges next to a wall Fig. 8 (4), the distance between appliance and wall has to be at least 40 mm. This corresponds to the projection of the handle when the door is open.
4.5 Disposing of packaging
Danger of suffocation due to packing material and plastic film!
▶ Do not allow children to play with packing material.
The packaging is made of recyclable materials:
– corrugated board/cardboard
– expanded polystyrene parts
– polythene bags and sheets
– polypropylene straps
– nailed wooden frame with polyethylene panel*
▶ Take the packaging material to an official collecting point.
4.6 Connecting the appliance
NOTICE
Failure to connect properly Damage to the electronics.
▶ Do not use a standalone inverter.
▶ Do not use an energy saving plug.
Failure to connect properly Fire hazard.
▶ Do not use an extension cable.
▶ Do not use distributor blocks.
The type of current (alternating current) and voltage at the installation site have to conform with the data on the type plate (see 1 Appliance at a glance) . The socket must be properly earthed and fused. The tripping current for the fuse must be between 10 A and 16 A. The socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the supply in an emergency. It must be outside the area of the rear of the appliance.
▶ Check the electrical connection.
▶ Plug in the power plug.
4.7 Switching on the appliance
▶ Press On/Off button Fig. 3 (1).
▶ The appliance is switched on. The temperature display indicates the set temperature.
▶ If “DEMO” is displayed, demo mode is activated. Please contact the after sales service.
5 Control
5.1 Brightness of the temperature display
You can adjust the brightness of the temperature display to the light conditions of the room in which the appliance is installed.
5.1.1 Setting the brightness
The brightness is adjustable between h 0 (minimum brightness) and h 5 (maximum brightness).
- Activate setting mode by pressing the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/Super Cool* button Fig. 3 (4) for approx. 5 sec.
- The Menu symbol is shown on the display, Fig. 3 (5).
- c flashes on the display.
- Use the adjustment button, Fig. 3 (2), to select h.
- Briefly confirm with the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4).
- The display shows the last set brightness value.
- Briefly confirm the newly set brightness value with the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/ SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4).
- h flashes on the display.
- The brightness is set.
- After making the change, deactivate setting mode: Press the
On/Off button Fig. 3 (1) once.- The temperature display shows the temperature again.
If setting mode is already activated but you would like to keep the old brightness value setting:
- The temperature display shows the temperature again.
- Press the On/Off button Fig. 3 (1)twice to deactivate setting mode.
- The temperature display shows the temperature again.
5.2 Child proofing
5.2.1 Setting the child lock
To switch on the function:
- Activate setting mode: press SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/
SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4) for approx. 5 seconds.*- The Menu symbol Fig. 3 (5) is shown on the display.
- c flashes on the display.
- Briefly confirm with the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4).*
- c1 appears in the display.
- Briefly confirm with the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4).*
- The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (7), lights up on the display.
- c flashes on the display.
- The child lock function is switched on. If setting mode is to be terminated:
- Briefly press the On/Off button Fig. 3 (1). -or
- Wait for 5 minutes.
- The temperature display shows the temperature again.
To switch off the function:
- The temperature display shows the temperature again.
- Activate setting mode: press the SuperFrost* button
Fig. 3 (3)/SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4) for approx. 5 seconds.*- The Menu symbol Fig. 3 (5) is shown on the display.
- c flashes on the display.
- Briefly confirm with the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4).*
- c0 appears in the display.
- Briefly confirm with the SuperFrost* button Fig. 3 (3)/SuperCool* button Fig. 3 (4).*
- The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (7) goes out.
- c flashes on the display.
- The child lock function is switched off. If setting mode is to be terminated:
- Briefly press the On/Off button Fig. 3 (1). -oru Wait for 5 minutes.
- The temperature display shows the temperature again.
5.3 Refrigerator compartment
The natural circulation of air in the refrigerator compartment results in zones differing in temperature. It is coldest directly above the vegetable drawers and at the rear wall. It is warmest at the top front of the compartment and in the door.
5.3.1 Refrigerating food
The coldest areas are directly above the vegetable compartments and along the back wall. The warmest area is at the top front and in the door.*
▶ Store perishable foods such as ready-to-eat meals, meat and sausages in the coldest area. Place butter and preserves in the top area and in the door. (see 1 Appliance at a glance)
▶ Use reusable plastic, metal, aluminium, glass containers and foil wrap to store food.
▶ Always store raw meat and fish in clean, sealed containers on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, to prevent them coming into contact with or dripping onto other foods. u Foods that easily absorb or give off smell or taste, as well as liquids, should be stored in sealed containers or covered.
▶ Do not pack foods too closely together, as the air needs to circulate.
5.3.2 Setting the temperature
The temperature depends on the following factors:
– the frequency of opening the door
– how long the door is open for
– the room temperature of the installation location
– the type, temperature and quantity of the food
Recommended temperature setting: 5 °C
An average temperature of approx. -18 °C is then established in the freezer compartment.*
The temperature is changed sequentially. Once the 2 °C setting is reached, the sequence starts again at 9 °C.
- Call up temperature function: press the setting button Fig. 3 (2).
- The previously-set value will flash in the temperature display.
- Change the temperature in 1 °C steps: Press the setting button Fig. 3 (2) until the required temperature is indicated in the temperature display.
- Change temperature continually: hold down setting button.
- During adjustment the value flashes on the display.
- The new setting is adopted approx. 5 seconds after the last time the button was pressed and the set temperature is again displayed. The temperature in the interior gradually adjusts to the new value.
5.3.3 SuperCool*
When SuperCool is activated, the appliance operates with maximum cooling performance. The noise of the refrigeration unit may be temporarily louder as a result.
The SuperCool function uses slightly more energy.
Switching on SuperCool*
- Briefly press SuperCool button Fig. 3 (4).
- The SuperCool Fig. 3 (9) symbol lights up in the display.
- The cooling temperature drops to the lowest setting.
- SuperCool is on.
- SuperCool turns off automatically. The appliance continues in energy-saving Normal mode.
To prematurely deactivate SuperCool*
- Briefly press SuperCool button Fig. 3 (4).
- The SuperCool symbol Fig. 3 (9) goes out in the display.
- SuperCool is deactivated.
5.3.4 Shelves
Moving or removing shelves
The shelves are prevented from being pulled out accidentally by pull out stops.
- Lift the shelf and pull forward a little.
- Adjust the height of the shelf. To do this move the slots along
the supports. - In order to remove the shelf fully, place it at a slant and pull out towards the front.
- Insert shelf with the raised edge pointing upwards at the
back.- The food does not freeze onto the rear wall.
Dismantling shelves
- The shelves can be dismantled for cleaning.
5.3.5 Using the sectioned shelf
Adjusting the height:
- Pull the glass plates out forwards one by one.
- Remove the support from the catch mechanism and click into place at the required height. Using both shelves:
- Lift the top glass plate and pull the bottom glass plate forwards.
- The glass plate (1) with the pull out stops must be at the front so that the stops (3) point downward.
5.3.6 Door racks
Moving the storage rack
Dismantling door racks
5.4 Freezer compartment*
You can store frozen food for several months, make ice cubes and freeze fresh food in the freezer compartment at a temperature of -18 °C and lower.
The air temperature in the compartment, measured by thermometer or other instruments, may fluctuate.
Temperature fluctuations are greater in a half full or empty freezer compartment and it is possible to reach temperatures higher than -18 °C.*
5.4.1 Freezing food
The rating plate indicates the maximum quantity of fresh food you can freeze within 24 hours (see 1 Appliance at a glance) under “Freezing capacity … kg/24h”.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to broken glass!
Bottles and cans containing drinks may burst when being frozen. This applies particularly to sparkling drinks.
▶ Do not freeze bottles and cans containing drinks!
So that the food is rapidly frozen through to the core, do not exceed the following quantities per pack
– Fruit, vegetables up to 1 kg
– Meat up to 2.5 kg
▶ Pack the food in portions in freezer bags, reusable plastic, metal or aluminium containers
▶ Distribute the food over the shelf and do not let it touch goods that are already frozen, in case this causes them to defrost.*
5.4.2 Storage times
Storage times given are guide times.
5.4.3 Thawing food
– in the refrigerator compartment
– in a microwave oven
– in a conventional or fan oven
– at room temperature
▶ Remove only as much food as is required. Use thawed food as quickly as possible.
▶Food once thawed should be re-frozen only in exceptional cases.
5.4.4 SuperFrost*
With this function you can freeze fresh food quickly through to the core. The appliance operates with maximum refrigeration. The noise of the refrigeration unit may be temporarily louder as a result.
In addition, frozen food already in storage is given a “cold reserve”. The food stays frozen longer as a result when you defrost the appliance.
You can freeze as many kilograms of fresh food within 24 hrs as is indicated on the type plate under “Freezing capacity … kg/24hrs”. This maximum freezing quantity can vary depending on model and climate class.
You have to activate SuperFrost in good time, depending on how much fresh food is to be frozen: about 6 hours before placing the food inside in case of small amounts and about 24 hours in advance in case of the maximum amount of food to be frozen.
Wrap produce and spread it out as far as possible. Do not allow produce to be frozen to touch produce that is already frozen to prevent the latter thawing.
You do not have to activate SuperFrost in the following cases:
– when placing frozen food in the freezer
– when freezing up to approx. 1 kg fresh food daily
Freezing with SuperFrost
- Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (3) once.
- The SuperFrost symbol Fig. 3 (6) shines.
- The freezing temperature drops, the appliance operates with the maximum cooling capacity. For a smaller quantity of produce to be frozen:
- wait approx. 6 h. For the maximum quantity of produce to be frozen:
- wait approx. 24 h.
- Place produce in the freezer compartment so that it touches the base or sides.*
- SuperFrost is automatically deactivated. Depending on the quantity placed inside, after 30 h at the earliest, 65 h at the latest.
- The SuperFrost symbol Fig. 3 (6) extinguishes once freezing is completed.
- The appliance continues to operate in the energy-saving, normal mode.
6 Maintenance
6.1 Defrosting
6.1.1 Defrosting refrigerator compartment
The fridge compartment defrosts automatically. The defrosted water will evaporate. Water drops or a thin layer of frost or ice can form on the back wall; this is a completely normal part of the machine’s function.
▶ Clean the drain hole at regular intervals to allow the defrost water to drain (see 6.2 Cleaning the appliance) .
6.1.2 Defrosting freezer compartment*
A layer of frost and ice forms in the freezer compartment after the appliance has been in use for a lengthy period of time. This is quite normal. The layer of frost and ice forms more quickly if the door is opened frequently or if the food is warm when placed inside. However, a thick layer of ice will increase the appliance`s energy consumption. You should therefore defrost the appliance regularly.
Improper defrosting of the appliance! Injuries and damage.
- Never use mechanical aids or other means that have not been recommended by the manufacturer, to speed up the defrosting process.
- Do not use electrical heating or steam-cleaning appliances, naked flames or defroster sprays to defrost.
- Do not use sharp objects to remove ice.
- Do not damage the pipework in the cooling circuit.
- Switch on SuperFrost one day before defrosting.*
- Switch off the appliance.
- The temperature display goes out.
- If the temperature display does not go out, the child-proofing function (see 5.2 Child proofing) is active.
- Pull out the plug.
- Wrap the frozen food in newspaper or blankets and store in a cool place.
- Leave the compartment and appliance door open during defrosting.
- Remove detached pieces of ice.
- If necessary, pick up defrost water several times, using a sponge or cloth.
- Clean the compartment (see 6.2 Cleaning the appliance) .
6.2 Cleaning the appliance
Clean the appliance regularly.
Risk of injury and damage as a result of hot steam! Hot steam can lead to burns and can damage the surfaces.
▶ Do not use any steam cleaners!
NOTICE Incorrect cleaning damages the appliance!
▶ Do not use cleaning agents in concentrated form.
▶ Do not use any scouring or abrasive sponges or steel wool.
▶ Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents, nor any that contain sand, chloride or acid.
▶ Do not use chemical solvents.
▶ Do not damage or remove the type plate on the inside of the appliance. It is important for the customer service.
▶ Do not pull off, bend or damage cables or other components.
▶ Do not allow any cleaning water to enter the drain channel, ventilation grille or electrical parts.
▶ Please use soft cleaning cloths and a universal pH-neutral cleaning agent.
▶ Please use cleaning and care products suitable for contact with foodstuffs in the appliance interior.
▶ Empty appliance.
▶ Pull out the power plug.
▶ Clean the vent grille regularly.
▶ Dust deposits increase energy consumption.
▶ Clean plastic outer and inner surfaces with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.
▶ Only use a soft clean cloth to wipe side walls with a paint finish. In the case of heavy soiling, use lukewarm water with neutral cleaning agent.
▶ Use only a soft clean cloth to wipe door surfaces with a paint finish. In the case of heavy soiling, use a little water or neutral cleaning agent. A micro-fibre cloth can be used optionally.
▶ Clean drain hole: Remove deposits with a narrow instrument, e.g. a cotton bud.
▶ Clean drawers by hand with lukewarm water and a little washing up liquid.
▶ Clean other items of equipment by hand with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.
After cleaning:
▶ Wipe dry the appliance and items of equipment.
▶ Connect the appliance and switch it on again.
▶ Switch on SuperFrost (see 5.4.4 SuperFrost*) .*
When the temperature is sufficiently cold: u Put the food back inside.
6.3 Replacing the interior illumination with LED lamp
In the device, an LED lamp is used as standard illumination for the interior space.
When an incandescent bulb is used:
□ Use an incandescent lamp with max. 15 W and E14 socket.
□ Power supply (AC) and voltage at the operating point must comply with the details on the rating plate (see 1 Appliance at a glance) .
When a LED is used:
□ Use only the original LED lamp from the manufacturer.
The lamp can be obtained through customer service or a specialist dealer (see 6.4 Customer service) .
Risk of injury from LED light! The light intensity of the LED lighting corresponds to risk group RG 2. If the cover is removed:
▶ Do not look directly into the light at close quarters through optical lenses. Doing so may damage your eyes.
Fire hazard from the LED light! If different LED lights are used, there is a danger of overheating or fire.
▶ Use the manufacturer’s original LED light.
▶ Switch off the appliance.
▶ Pull out the mains plug or switch off/unscrew the fuse.
▶ Take hold of the lamp cover at the top and bottom Fig. 13 (1).
▶ Disengage the lamp cover at the back and detach it Fig. 13 (2).
▶ Replace the lamp Fig. 13 (3).
▶ Clip the back end of the cover in and clip the sides into place.
First check whether you can correct the fault yourself by reference to the list (see 7 Malfunctions) . If this is not the case, please contact the customer service whose address is given in the enclosed customer service list.
Risk of injury if repair work is not carried out professionally!
- Have any repairs and action – not expressly specified –
on the appliance and mains cable carried out by service personnel only. (see 6 Maintenance) - Read the appliance designation Fig. 14 (1), service No. Fig. 14 (2) and serial No. Fig. 14 (3) off the type plate located inside the appliance on the left hand side.
- Notify the customer service, specifying the fault, appliance
designation Fig. 14 (1), service No. Fig. 14 (2) and serial No. Fig. 14 (3).- This will help us to provide you with a faster and more accurate service.
- Keep the appliance closed until the customer service arrives.
- The food will stay cool longer.
- Pull out the mains plug (not by pulling the connecting cable) or switch off the fuse.
7 Malfunctions
Your appliance is designed and manufactured for a long life span and reliable operation. If a malfunction nonetheless occurs during operation, check whether it is due to a handling error. In this case you will have to be charged for the costs incurred, even during the warranty period. You may be able to rectify the following faults yourself:
Appliance does not work.
→ The appliance is not switched on.
▶ Switching on the appliance.
→ The power plug is not properly inserted in the wall socket.
▶ Check power plug.
→ The fuse of the wall socket is not in order.
▶ Check fuse.
The compressor runs for a long time.
→ The compressor switches to a low speed when little cold is
needed. Although the running time is increased as a result,
energy is saved.
▶ This is normal in energy-saving models.
→ SuperFrost is activated.*
▶ The compressor runs for longer in order to rapidly cool the
food. This is normal.*
→ SuperCool is activated.*
▶ The compressor runs for longer in order to rapidly cool the
food. This is normal.*
A LED on the bottom rear of the appliance (at the compressor) flashes regularly every 15 seconds*.
→ The inverter is equipped with a diagnostic LED.
▶The flashing is normal.
Excessive noise.
→ Due to the various speed steps, speed-regulated* compressors can generate different running noises.
▶ The sound is normal.
A bubbling and gurgling noise.
→ This noise comes from the refrigerant flowing in the refrigeration circuit.
▶ The sound is normal.
A hum. It is briefly a little louder when the refrigeration
unit (the motor) switches on.
→ The refrigeration increases automatically when the SuperFrost, function is activated, fresh food has just been placed in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.*
▶ The sound is normal.*
→ The refrigeration increases automatically when the SuperCool function is activated, fresh food has just been placed in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.*
▶ The sound is normal.*
→ The refrigeration increases automatically when fresh food has just been placed in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.*
▶ The sound is normal.*
→ The ambient temperature is too high.
u Solution: (see 1.2 Appliance range of use)
Vibration noises
→ The appliance is not standing firmly on the floor. As a result
objects and adjacent units start to vibrate when the refrigerator is running.
▶ Align the appliance using the adjustable feet.
▶ Keep bottles and jars apart
The temperature display indicates: F0 to F9
→ There is a fault.
▶ Please contact the after-sales service (see 6 Maintenance) .
DEMO shines in the temperature display. The demo mode is activated. u Please contact the after-sales service (see 6 Maintenance) .
DEMO shines in the temperature display.
→ The demo mode is activated.
▶ Please contact the after-sales service (see 6 Maintenance) .
The outer surfaces of the appliance are warm*.
→ The heat of the refrigeration circuit is used to prevent
condensate from forming.
▶ This is normal.
The temperature is not cold enough.
→ The door of the appliance is not properly closed.
▶ Close the door of the appliance.
→ Insufficient ventilation.
▶ Keep ventilation grille clear, and clean it.
→ The ambient temperature is too high.
▶ Solution: (see 1.2 Appliance range of use) .
→ The appliance was opened too frequently or for too long.
▶ Wait to see whether the appliance reaches the required
temperature by itself. If not, please contact the after sales
service (see 6 Maintenance) .
→ Too much fresh food was placed inside without SuperFrost.*
▶ Solution: (see 5.4.4 SuperFrost*) *
→ The temperature is incorrectly set.
▶ Set the temperature to a colder setting and check after 24
hours.
→ The appliance is too close to a source of heat (stove, heater
etc).
▶ Change the position of the appliance or the source of heat.
The internal light does not come on.
→ The appliance is not switched on.
▶ Switch the appliance on.
→ The door was open for longer than 15 minutes.
▶ The internal light switches itself off automatically after about
15 minutes if the door is open.
→ If the inside light does not come on but the temperature
display is lit up, the lamp (if model comes with an LED lamp) needs replacing.
Risk of injury from LED light! The light intensity of the LED lighting corresponds to risk group RG 2. If the cover is removed: ▶ Do not look directly into the light at close quarters through
optical lenses. Doing so may damage your eyes.
▶ Change the lamp (see 6 Maintenance) . With an ambient temperature below 15 °C the device is slightly warmed in places on the inner surface of the fridge compartment’s right side wall. This is a necessary part of the function. u This is normal.
8 Decommissioning
8.1 Switching off the appliance
▶ Press the On/Off button Fig. 3 (1) until the display goes dark. Release button.
▶ If the appliance cannot be switched off, the child lock function is active (see 5.2 Child proofing) .
8.2 Taking the appliance out of service
▶ Empty the appliance.
▶ Switch off the appliance (see 8 Decommissioning) .
▶ Remove mains connector. u Clean the appliance (see 6.2 Cleaning the appliance) .
▶ Leave the door open to prevent odour.
9 Disposing of the appliance
Do not damage the disused appliance while removing it from the cooling circuit, in case the coolant (information on the model plate) ) or oil inside leaks out. For Germany:
The appliance can be disposed of free of charge in Class 1 collection containers at your local recycling centre. When purchasing a new fridge/freezer and if your sales area is > 400 m2, the retailer with also take back the old appliance free of charge.
Decommission the appliance:
▶ Pull out the plug.
▶ Cut through the connecting cable.
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